as in abandon
carefree freedom from constraint
he approaches his medical duties with a lightheartedness that some patients find disturbing
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Noun
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Early James, a 31-year-old Troy, Alabama native, makes folksy blues music that seems best suited for stoking anarchy while soothing reckless abandon.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
28 June 2025 -
The takeaway: Reckless abandon is not the way to survive a season.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 June 2025
Noun
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Volunteers advocate for children who have been removed from their home from either abuse, abandonment or neglect.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 July 2025
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But the Puerto Rican legend’s abandonment of her machine-gun reputation proved fatal in the final rounds.—
Mark Puleo,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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There is perhaps even more diversity around technology transfer, with rules, attitudes and enthusiasm varying significantly between universities.—
Trevor Clawson,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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But its interest would set off a free-for-all among large railroads and pose a test of the Trump administration’s enthusiasm for industrial consolidation.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
21 July 2025
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And while spontaneity is expected, Chelmis notes that randomness should not be mistaken for chaos: A typical meal always starts with something salty and sour, for example, smoked mackerel and pickled vegetables—umami bombs to slow down the eating while exciting one’s thirst.—
Derek Sandhaus,
Saveur,
10 July 2025
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Ownership fostered spontaneity—watching a movie of my choice even when video stores were closed—and also frequency: rewatching at no extra charge, whenever, to my heart’s content.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
10 June 2025
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For over three decades, Kym Whitley has moved through Hollywood with an unmistakable mix of warmth, wit, and work ethic.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
26 July 2025
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Across 5,600 square feet of interior space, an abundance of rich woodwork, gorgeous coffered ceilings and shining hardwood floors give the historic residence charm, warmth and character.—
David Caraccio
Updated July 24,
Sacbee.com,
24 July 2025
Noun
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But Trump’s attack on Cruz’s father seemed driven less by the zeal of the skeptic than by a petty desire to settle scores.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
18 July 2025
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From there, their paths continued to intersect with Jota following the women’s national team with an ardent zeal.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
4 July 2025
Noun
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Each meal service is also accompanied by a variety of premium wine and spirits as well as soft drinks.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
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Nearby is also Saint Paul Mountain Farms, an orchard and vineyard producing local wines, hard ciders and spirits.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 July 2025
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“Lightheartedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lightheartedness. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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